25 Restaurants In 2022 'Fairfield Restaurant Week' Oct. 24-Nov. 6

FAIRFIELD, CT — Twenty-five restaurants are set to participate in the 11th annual Fairfield Restaurant Week, which began Monday and runs through Nov. 6, announced First Selectwoman Brenda Kupchick.

Restaurants participating in this year's event are offering special prix fixe or other discounted lunch and dinner menus showcasing their finest culinary offerings.

"Fairfield is excited to sponsor this town-wide event, celebrating our many great restaurants," Kupchick said in a statement. "Restaurant Week gives the public the opportunity to visit longtime
favorites or try someplace new. With the variety of cuisine on offer with this event, it's easy to see why Fairfield continues to be a top dining destination."

Mark Barnhart, Fairfield's Director of Community & Economic Development, added that many businesses continue to face difficulties due to the lingering pandemic and tight economy.

"It's been a trying time for many small businesses," Barnhart said. "Between staffing shortages, increased costs and supply chain issues, restaurateurs face a host of challenges. We hope that residents and visitors alike will be able to enjoy and support the many restaurants that Fairfield
has to offer."

This year's line-up of restaurants includes the following establishments:

• Artisan
• Barcelona Wine Bar & Restaurant
• Bella Sera Ristorante
• Blackstones Grille
• Bodega Taco Bar
• Centro Ristorante
• The Chelsea
• Flipside Burgers & Bar
• The Gray Goose
• Isla & Co.
• Latina Cantina
• Little Goose
• The Little Pub
• Lovebird
• Madero’s Grill
• Mecha Noodle Bar
• Old Post Tavern
• Post Oak Barbeque
• Quattro Pazzi Café
• Rio Bravo
• Sonia’s Gourmet Kitchen
• South Bay
• The Stand Vegan Café
• Taj Indian Cuisine
• Thai Kit

To learn more about the participating restaurants, and view sample menus, visit http://www.experiencefairfieldct.org/eats.

Kupchick and Barnhart also encourage people to explore the many programs and events taking
place in Fairfield during the two weeks of Restaurant Week. A list of activities can be viewed at http://www.experiencefairfieldct.org/calendar.

"We wanted to highlight the many things to do in Fairfield, as well as places to eat, to create more of a 'night out' experience," Barnhart said. "The Town appreciates the support of our community
partners for featuring a spectacular array of events and activities in conjunction with Fairfield Restaurant Week."

Bankwell is the event's lead sponsor, and the bank's Senior Vice-President Robert Palermo said the company is pleased to be involved.

"Bankwell is thrilled to support this community event, and I look forward - like everyone else - to sampling the best that Fairfield restaurants have to offer," he said.

Town officials said they are grateful to Bankwell, as well as to Fairfield University for its financial support. Media partners for this event include: Star 99.9, WSHU, and Hearst Media/Connecticut Post.

For information or questions, please contact the Fairfield Community and Economic Development Office at 203-256-3120.